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Indulge in 26 Deliciously Cozy Comfort Dishes

Erren Hart

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09/23/2024

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You’re sure to enjoy our 26 delicious ground beef recipes that embody the essence of comfort food. Featuring everything from hearty casseroles to flavorful skillet meals, these dishes focus on nourishing both your body and soul. Ground beef is incredibly versatile and packed with flavor, making it an ideal foundation for meals that will please the entire family. Whether you’re preparing a quick weeknight dinner or a laid-back weekend feast, these recipes offer simple yet incredibly tasty options. Get ready to explore a world of cozy flavors and textures that will highlight ground beef as the star of your dinner table!

Spicy Udon Noodle Stir Fry

Spicy udon noodle stir fry in a bowl with chopsticks.
Photo credit: Gina Matsoukas

Spicy udon noodles is a quick stir fry dish ready in under 30 minutes. Packed with umami richness, it features a ginger-garlic sriracha sauce blended with chewy udon noodles and ground beef, offering a homemade alternative to your favorite takeout meal.
Get the Recipe: Spicy Udon Noodle Stir Fry

Tex Mex Casserole

A tex mex casserole in a baking dish.
Photo credit: Sharon Rhodes

This Tex Mex Casserole, a beloved recipe in my kitchen, never fails to delight a crowd. Brimming with cheesy goodness, this baked dish features a delectable blend of ground beef and beans, offering a satisfying and protein-packed meal.
Get the Recipe: Tex Mex Casserole

Ground Beef and Cabbage Skillet

Ground beef cabbage stir fry in a bowl with chopsticks.
Photo credit: Gina Matsoukas

Ground beef and cabbage come together in a simple skillet dinner, drawing inspiration from Asian stir-fry flavors. This 30-minute meal is a delightful weeknight choice, offering a medley of textures, fragrant spices, and a deliciously light savory sauce.
Get the Recipe: Ground Beef and Cabbage Skillet

Mexican Ground Beef Skillet

Mexican ground beef skillet recipe with melted cheese.
Photo credit: Gina Matsoukas

Enhance your Mexican ground beef dish with taco seasoning for a quick, flavorful one-pan meal ready in just 30 minutes.
Get the Recipe: Mexican Ground Beef Skillet

Ground Beef Pasta Skillet

Ground beef pasta skillet garnished with parsley.
Photo credit: Gina Matsoukas

This ground beef pasta dish can be whipped up in less than 30 minutes using any pasta you have. Despite the speedy preparation, it promises a taste as rich and flavorful as if it had been simmering on the stove all day.
Get the Recipe: Ground Beef Pasta Skillet

Quick & Easy Spaghetti Bolognese

A forkful of Quick & Easy Spaghetti Bolognese ready to eat.
Image Credit: Erren Hart/Erren’s Kitchen

This quick and easy Spaghetti Bolognese recipe makes a meat sauce bursting with Italian flavor. It’s ready in just 30 minutes!

Get The Recipe: Quick & Easy Spaghetti Bolognese

Ultimate Cottage Pie

A spoon serving cottage pie stopped with cheesy potatoes.
Image Credit: Erren Hart/Erren’s Kitchen

This recipe is a game-changer. The thick, rich gravy is absolutely delicious, and the topping will blow you away!

Get The Recipe: Ultimate Cottage Pie

Ground Beef Stir Fry

Ground beef stir fry in a skillet.
Photo credit: Gina Matsoukas

This ground beef stir fry recipe is an ideal choice for a quick weeknight dinner. Prepared in a single pan with a variety of fresh vegetables, it boasts a homemade garlic ginger stir fry sauce that is not only healthier and more flavorful but also quicker than any takeout option available!
Get the Recipe: Ground Beef Stir Fry

Italian Stuffed Peppers

Stuffed peppers right out of the oven with golden tops.
Image Credit: Erren Hart/Erren’s Kitchen

This colorful dish is sure to delight any crowd! Not only is it an easy and delicious recipe perfect for midweek meals, but it’s also impressive enough to serve to dinner guests!

Get The Recipe: Italian Stuffed Peppers

Spaghetti and Meatballs

a close up of Spaghetti and Meatballs on a plate with a fork
Image Credit: Erren Hart/Erren’s Kitchen

Skip the jar! These homemade Italian meatballs are simmered in rich spaghetti sauce for a taste of authentic Italian comfort food.

Get The Recipe: Spaghetti and Meatballs

Healthier Sloppy Joes

Sloppy Joe sandwiches on an English muffin.
Photo credit: Gina Matsoukas

Crafted with lean ground beef, low-sugar ketchup, tangy BBQ sauce, and a sprinkling of low-fat cheese, these Healthy Sloppy Joes offer a guilt-free twist on the classic American recipe.
Get the Recipe: Healthier Sloppy Joes

Low-Carb Italian Meatballs

A dish full of Low Carb Italian Meatballs sprinkled with fresh parsley.
Image Credit: Erren Hart/Erren’s Kitchen

This recipe hits the mark for multiple dietary needs! It’s both keto-friendly and gluten-free, while still delivering delicious and satisfying Italian meatballs. Perfect for those with specific dietary restrictions.

Get The Recipe: Low-Carb Italian Meatballs

Ground Beef and Sweet Potato Skillet

Ground beef and sweet potato skillet.
Photo credit: Gina Matsoukas

This one-pan meal, with southwestern flavors, combines ground beef and sweet potatoes for a dish that’s sure to please. Ideal for meal prep, the leftovers are just as tasty!
Get the Recipe: Ground Beef and Sweet Potato Skillet

Taco Potato Casserole

A bowl of taco potato casserole.
Photo credit: Sharon Rhodes

This Taco Potato Casserole recipe with Ground Beef is a hearty and flavorful dish that combines the best of Tex-Mex and comfort food. This easy-to-make casserole is perfect for a family dinner or potluck, featuring layers of seasoned ground beef, diced potatoes, and shredded cheese.
Get the Recipe: Taco Potato Casserole

The Best Hamburger Recipe

a Cheeseburger on a bun piled high with toppings
Image Credit: Erren Hart/Erren’s Kitchen

Searching for the best hamburger recipe? With this comprehensive guide, you can make delicious, juicy burgers using any cooking method.

Get The Recipe: The Best Hamburger Recipe

Creamy Ground Beef Skillet with Cauliflower Rice

Creamy ground beef skillet with cauliflower rice with a wooden spoon.
Photo credit: Sara Nelson

Enjoy a delightful meal with this Creamy Ground Beef Skillet served over Cauliflower Rice. This quick and easy recipe takes just 30 minutes to make in one pan. Featuring savory ingredients such as ground beef, shredded cheddar cheese, cauliflower rice, and mushrooms, it’s a tasty treat for any occasion.
Get the Recipe: Creamy Ground Beef Skillet with Cauliflower Rice

Italian Meatballs

Meatballs in sauce being served with a spoon.
Image Credit: Erren Hart/Erren’s Kitchen

This recipe produces generous meatballs, perfect for feeding a large group! Prepare a big batch for dinner and freeze the leftovers for a convenient meal whenever you need it.

Get The Recipe: Italian Meatballs

Keto Zucchini Casserole with Ground Beef

Keto Zucchini with Ground Beef in a casserole dish with a spoon.
Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

This delectable Keto Ground Beef Zucchini Casserole is effortlessly prepared! A delectable blend of cheesy beef and zucchini, it’s an ideal dish for any evening of the week!
Get the Recipe: Keto Zucchini Casserole with Ground Beef

Hamburger and Rice

Skillet with hamburger and rice garnished with parsley, close-up.
Image Credit: Erren Hart/Erren’s Kitchen

This savory hamburger and rice recipe comes together quickly, packing tons of flavor without dirtying many dishes. Tender ground beef, fluffy rice, and a touch of magic (okay, maybe some delicious seasonings) make this a satisfying meal for any busy night.

Get The Recipe: Hamburger and Rice

Slow Cooker Cheesy Penne

Slow Cooker Cheesy Penne with meat sauce and parmesan cheese.
Photo credit: Paula Jones

Indulge in a savory Slow Cooker Cheesy Penne featuring a rich beefy tomato sauce loaded with ground beef, pasta, and cheese. This simple Crock Pot dish is a beloved comfort food that delights the entire family.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Cheesy Penne

Traditional Homemade Meatloaf

A sliced meatloaf on a serving dish.
Image Credit: Erren Hart/Erren’s Kitchen

This Traditional Homemade Meatloaf recipe is moist, tender, and flavorful. Once you try it, you’ll cherish this recipe forever!

Get The Recipe: Traditional Homemade Meatloaf

Greek Style Meat Sauce

A plate of curly pasta topped high with Greek Style Meat Sauce {Makaronia Me Kima}
Image Credit: Erren Hart/Erren’s Kitchen

This is a simple, classic Greek-style meat sauce made with tomatoes, perfect for tossing with pasta on those busy weeknights when you need a quick and delicious meal.

Get The Recipe: Greek Style Meat Sauce

Low Carb Lasagna with Ground Beef

Lasagna inside casserole.
Photo credit: Zuzana Paar

Our easy-to-make Low-Carb Lasagna with Ground Beef is ideal for meal prepping. It’s completely gluten-free and grain-free, making it a perfect choice for individuals with diabetes. This high-protein lasagna recipe will soon become a favorite in your culinary repertoire.
Get the Recipe: Low-Carb Lasagna with Ground Beef

Juicy and Guilt-Free Portobello Mushroom Burger

Portobello mushrooms buns with burger in between.
Photo credit: Zuzana Paar

Indulge in this guilt-free, speedy Portobello Mushroom Burger – juicy and resembling a classic BBQ bun. Grain-free, gluten-free, low carb, and diabetic-friendly, this mushroom recipe paired with a beef burger is a grilling essential.
Get the Recipe: Juicy and Guilt-Free Portobello Mushroom Burger

Ground Beef and Rice Skillet Dinner

A skillet filled with beef, rice and vegetables.
Photo credit: Jere’ Cassidy

Indulge in a flavorful Cheesy Skillet Beef and Rice dinner, a quick meal featuring ground beef, fluffy rice, and a rich blend of pepper and onion.
Get the Recipe: Ground Beef and Rice Skillet Dinner

Salisbury Steak

Salisbury steaks in a mushroom sauce.
Image Credit: Erren Hart/Erren’s Kitchen

Whip up a delightful and comforting meal with our fantastic Salisbury Steak recipe, ready in 30 minutes. Ideal for hectic weeknights, this dish is bound to become a beloved family favorite.

Get The Recipe: Salisbury Steak

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